The design of the Saltire is not to be a pyramid but rather a cross break to help prevent standing water on top of the cap and give the cap a little dimension, yet still flat enough to set a drink on.

The cross design on our Saltire Galvanized Post Caps is inspired by Saint Andrew’s Cross which adorns many shields, family crests and even inspired a couple of nation’s flags, most notably the Scottish flag. For strength and to insure a smooth edge, the 2" sides are hemmed and the corners sealed. The hot dip galvanization process creates a thick coat of zinc to "self-heal" these caps from minor scratches to prevent rust. Galvanized steel is also a popular material choice because there is no risk of staining to the surrounding wood from water run off.

In the unfortunate event that your post caps are damaged during shipping please contact us right away. To prevent fingerprints while installing you should use clean gloves. For detailed guide on how to install your post caps please check out our How To Install Post Caps page. We take pride in the products that we have developed. If you have any suggestions for a better product or purchasing experience please let us know. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we thank you for taking the time to visit our Custom Saltire Galvanized Post Caps product page!